The Illinois Chamber of Commerce welcomed Lou Sandoval as its new President and CEO on Monday, November 27th. Lou joins the position following a successful career in Illinois as a business owner and consultant in a range of industries. Sandoval, as CEO, will lead the Chamber in representing the business community in advocating for policies that promote growth in Illinois’ dynamic and varied economy.
“We are thrilled to have Lou Sandoval as the next President and CEO of the Illinois Chamber,” said Ann Deters, Chair of the Board of Directors of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce. “His vision aligns perfectly with our mission and core values. His leadership, passion, and strategic approach will undoubtedly drive value for our members.”
Lou is a highly accomplished executive leader with a proven track record in commercialization and developing effective go-to-market strategies. Lou is a results-oriented and reliable leader who expertly navigates through significant growth and change periods. He has collaborated with Fortune 100 companies to drive technology-powered transformation in consumer engagement across various industries, including healthcare, business services, durable consumer products, and industrial products.
Most recently he served as the President, Founder, and Managing Partner of Halo Advisory Group, a boutique Management Consulting firm focused on early/growth-staged companies and Fortune 500 clients.
Before that, he was President and CEO of SupplyHive™, a software technology company based in Chicago that serves Fortune 500 clients in achieving outstanding supplier performance, supplier diversity, and DEI metrics.
“I have dedicated my entire career to building resilient businesses and transforming complex ones to prepare them for future challenges,” said Lou Sandoval, President and CEO of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce. “I have also been a vocal advocate for issues that have hindered their growth and expansion, and I feel honored to be able to apply these experiences as the next leader of the Illinois Chamber of Commerce, representing the voice of all businesses in
Illinois, and paving the way for a new era of progress and innovation. Lou is a highly accomplished author whose book, “Tenacity for Life: Lessons in Life, Business, and the World Around Us” (Fig Factor Media, 2022), has earned him a well-deserved place on Amazon’s Best Sellers List in seven categories. Through his book, Lou shares his career and life trajectory, offering valuable insights that inspire readers to achieve their dreams. His life story is a testament to the power of grit and determination,
demonstrating why diverse representation is crucial. Lou’s achievements prove that anything is possible with hard work and perseverance.
Lou resides on the South Side of Chicago with his spouse and two daughters. We look forward to the vital job that lies ahead, as well as a bright future for Illinois businesses
under his direction.